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Ella Margaret Ludwig
Date Of Birth:July 25, 1929
Date Of Death:February 20, 2011
Service Date:February 25, 2011

Ella “Margaret” Ludwig, 81 of Bloomington passed away Sunday evening February 20, 2011 at Bell Trace Health and Living Center. Ella was born in Louisville, Kentucky on July 25, 1929 to Andrew and Ella Furlong Spencer. She and her husband James, owned and operated Rainbow Tent rental for years in Bloomington. Ella was a member of St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, and a former member of the Daughters of Isabelle. Her family will remember her as a loving and gracious mother and grandmother and will be remembered for her love of gardening and sewing as well. Ella leaves behind her sons Michael Ludwig and his wife Kathleen of Midland, Michigan; Andrew Ludwig and his wife Sidney of Bloomington; daughters Donna Ludwig of Bloomington, and Tonya Dial of Ft. Meyers, Florida. She also is survived by grandchildren Michael John Ludwig and his wife Amanda, Anne Marie Ludwig, Patrick Wilcox, Matthew Ludwig, Alexandra Ludwig, Andrew Ludwig, and Joey Dial. Ella has 3 great grandchildren that survive as well as her aunt Louise Blume of Bloomington. Ella was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday February 25, 2011 at 11:00AM at St.  Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Visitation will be held Thursday February 24, 2011 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at the Allen Funeral Home 4155 South Old Highway 37. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenfuneralhome.org.


  • From: Micki  Brown
    Location:Bloomington

    Andrew & Sidney, We were so saddened to hear of Pidge’s passing. Though we had not seen her in several years we will always remember her for her bright smile, friendly manner and the fact that she absolutely adored her grandchildren. With sincere sympathy, your friends Micki & Bob Brown


  • From: Jay Richardson
    Location:Ellettsville,Indiana

    What a joy it has been to have known Margaret Ludwig. You will be a special part of my life that I will never forget. I still hear your sweet voice and feel your warm hugs. At times you were the mother that I didn’t have . I love you Pidge! May you rest in peace


  • From: Linda  Sullivan
    Location:Port Orange, Florida

    Pidge was so sweet and made everyone she met feel like family. I remember visiting her in Bloomington and in Michigan. She always had a smile. We will all miss her great stories and laughter. "The heart remembers most what it has loved best. May memories comfort you and bring you peace." My thoughts and Prayers are with your family. Take Care! Linda


  • From: Diane Blume Kline
    Location:Louisville, KY

    Mike, Donna, Andy & Tonya, We were so sorry to hear about your mother's death. Pidgie was a very sweet lady and she will be missed by many. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. the Norb Blume family


  • From: Diane Condiff(Beets)
    Location:Indianapolis IN

    Sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Your fa Ily will be in my prayers. May she rest in peace.


  • From: Elizabeth "Beth"  Ludwig Sullivan
    Location:Kentucky

    I haven't seen Aunt Pidge in several years ,but she will always be in my memory as a kind and gentle woman ,always ready to help. She was a joy to be with. And even though she has died to this life I know that she lives on in her life in Christ and now lives in eternal joy. To those who mourn ,let them be comforted by Christ's love .


  • From: Judy Williams
    Location:Bloomington

    Donna, Patrick, and family Know that thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I'm sure you take comfort in knowing that you did so much to take care of your mom in the last few months.


  • From: Ike Mefford
    Location:Navarre Beach, Florida

    Mike, My sincere condolences on your mother's passing. Ike Mefford


  • From: Kris Craig Spickelmier
    Location:Indianapolis, in.

    Dear Andy, and Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She was always "the glue" that kept the Ludwig's together. I, regrettably, can't attend the visitation or the mass, but please know that my thoughts and my heart will be with you. Most sincerely, Kris